From A Prolific Screenwriter To Versatile Actor: Kader Khan Over The Years

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A Veteran To Remember

1 Jan, 2019

Veteran actor Kader Khan, who spelled talent and versatility in Bollywood, passed away on December 31, 2018.
The actor, who last appeared in Ali Abbas Chaudhary's 'Masti Nahi Sasti' in April 2017, was struggling with breathing problems in a Canada hospital. He was reportedly suffering from a degenerative disease called Progressive Supranuclear Palsy that causes loss of balance, difficulty in walking and dementia.
The Afghan-born Indian-Canadian screenwriter and comedian appeared in over 300 movies after making his debut in 1973.

From Kabul To B-Town

1 Jan, 2019

The actor was a prolific screenwriter for Bollywood films in the 1970s and 80s. His career kicked off as a screenwriter when director Narendra Bedi hired him to write the script for 'Jawani Diwani' in 1972. This marked his debut as a dialogue writer. Khan also wrote and assisted dialogue writing for movies like 'Himmatwala', 'Sarfarosh', 'Jeo Aur Jeene Do', 'Tohfa' and 'Qaidi'.
In pic: Kader Khan (L), Govinda (R)

Friendships First

1 Jan, 2019

Kader Khan made many friends in Bollywood, and megastar Amitabh Bachchan was one of his close ones. The duo have appeared in movies like 'Mr Natwarlal' & 'Bade Miyan Chhote Miyan', and have been close since then.
The 'Pink' actor had sent out prayers hoping for Khan's quick recovery after he was hospitalised in Canada. Big B also shared a throwback picture of the two together.
In pic: Kader Khan (L), Amitabh Bachchan (R)
(Image: Amitabh Bachchan/ Twitter)

Gained Fame As A Villain

1 Jan, 2019

Khan was most appreciated for his portrayal in negative roles, and started getting many offers for the same in 1976.
He rose to fame from 'Parvarish', 'Dhan Dhaulat' & 'Lootmaar' after his performance as a villain.
(Image: www.imdb.com)

A Comic Ace

1 Jan, 2019

'Himmatwala' was Kader Khan's first attempt at comedy. From 1989, the actor was seen in lead comic roles.
The actor shared screen space with Govinda (left) in a number of movies.
(Image: www.imdb.com)

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